Azia Dwigans
Martinsville
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Recovery Works
12.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services..
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals facing medical, emotional and mental health challenges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advanced Correctional Healthcare Inc.
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Provide reports to Jail Commander of all communicative diseases within facility
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Indiana Department Of Corrections
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Ensure all new Offenders arriving to Reception and Diagnostic Center receive comprehensive health assessment
- Refer Offenders to proper specialist determined during assessment
- Consult with prison staff to ensure Offenders are properly classified.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Security Forces
United States Air Force
12.2007 - 06.2020
- Work concurrently with local, state, and federal law enforcement to ensure safety for all base personal
- Led, managed, and performed force protection duties to protect personnel and resources.
- Remained calm and alert especially during emergency situations to maintain order and confidence in authority.
- Train and supervise new Airman to meet or exceed Air Force needs.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly and calmly for professional support.
Combat Arms Instructor
United States Air Force
05.2013 - 06.2017
- Presented lectures and conducted discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence using visual aids such as graphs, charts and slides.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Increased unit readiness through comprehensive instruction on weapons handling, tactics, and safety procedures.
- Enhanced trainee performance by developing and implementing rigorous combat arms training programs.
Base Crime Prevention Manager
United States Air Force
04.2011 - 05.2013
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05.2022
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN12.2019
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Community Health
University of Saint Francis
Fort Wayne, IN08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Saint Francis
Fort Wayne, IN08.2014
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Monitoring
- EMR Systems
- Scheduling
- Progress Monitoring
- Organizational Skills
- Crisis Situations
- Schedule Coordination
- Mental Health Assessments
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Recovery Works
12.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advanced Correctional Healthcare Inc.
07.2020 - 12.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Indiana Department Of Corrections
03.2020 - 12.2021
Combat Arms Instructor
United States Air Force
05.2013 - 06.2017
Base Crime Prevention Manager
United States Air Force
04.2011 - 05.2013
Security Forces
United States Air Force
12.2007 - 06.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Bachelor of Science - Community Health
University of Saint Francis
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Saint Francis
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